Late correction for blow-out sequelae: transposition of a longitudinally transected inferior rectus muscle

Int Ophthalmol. 2014 Apr;34(2):341-4. doi: 10.1007/s10792-013-9792-9. Epub 2013 May 24.

Abstract

A 45-year-old woman who had been operated for blow-out fracture, presented with a complaint of cosmetic concerns about her appearance. Orthoptic evaluation was notable for a left 35(∆) exotropia and 25(∆) hypertropia in primary position. Magnetic resonance imaging and the surgical exploration revealed a longitudinally transected left inferior rectus muscle. Transposition procedures which were carried out for left inferior and superior recti provided a good cosmetic result and satisfactory ocular alignment.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Eye Injuries / complications*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Oculomotor Muscles / injuries
  • Oculomotor Muscles / surgery*
  • Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures
  • Orbital Fractures / surgery*
  • Treatment Outcome